Cotton-Polyester Mix The blend of all the good things make the best things, which is why the good qualities of the cotton fabric and the polyester fabric are hybridized to bring this amalgam into existence. The synthetic polyester strengthens the fabric so as to minimize the wrinkling in the fabric sofa after frequent usage, and the cotton adds surplus comfort and eye-pleasing appeal to the look of the sofa. This fabric can easily withstand the everyday wear and tear.

A sofa with chunkier or heavier overall proportions will appear larger in the room, whilst a sofa that is raised from the floor and has slim arms and seat proportions will appear lighter and visually consume less space. Use this to your advantage, look for heavier styles if you are looking to fill a large room and vice versa, and be aware of the impact the showroom has on the look of the sofa, in general showrooms will be very open and have high ceilings, making all sofas look smaller than they are.

Scotchgard to protect from spills and can be vacuumed to keep clean. If you have small children and it is going to be used in a busy area, consider a darker colour for to hide some of the sins and keep your sofa looking pristine for longer. It is generally best to select a neutral colour for your sofa then add colour in the way of cushions, rugs and throws, the sofa will be the biggest piece of furniture in the room and can overwhelm everything else if it is a bold colour or print. If you would really like a feature piece in a bright colour, look to get an ottoman or feature chair, then have some coordinating cushions on the sofa to tie the look together. Remember the sofa will be with you for years, avoid anything too trendy or seasonal, classic modern sofas in fabric or leather will go the distant, and can be updated as needed with new accessories.